Product Development and Sustainment Programme Manager

4 weeks ago


Pilton Devon, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Product Development and Sustainment Programme Manager
Barnstaple based (with a mix of office and home-based working)
 
We are SEA.
Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.
 
Join us.
The Ship and Fleet Protection Business Area develops and deploys SEA’s torpedo and decoy launching solutions for the Royal Navy and many other Navies worldwide.  Long term contracts include design and development to continually evolve the core systems capabilities as well as coordination of supply chain and manufacturing, through to installation and system acceptance.
Recent contract awards have led us to focus more on common product offerings and fewer bespoke/contract-specific products.
The Product Development and Sustainment Programme Manager leads and manages the development and enhancement of the torpedo launchers, ensuring the products are enhanced in a controlled way, addressing the addition of new features and managing obsolescence.
 
What we offer
Your work, your contribution, deserves to be recognised and rewarded. Have a look at the benefits we offer:
 
Work life balance:

Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
25 days’ annual leave, plus buy and sell
Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual
Half day Fridays
Reservist in the armed forces receive special paid leave 
Family & wellbeing:

Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program
All Staff Bonus
Group Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contribution
Cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing centre
Sports & Social activities
Employee Discounts portal - online and instore discounts, travel savings etc
Canada Life GP and financial advice
Life assurance policy
Publication and recruitment bonus rewards
Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learning 
Facilities & resources:

Electric vehicle charging points at all sites
Private seated lunch areas
Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages
Onsite showers and toiletries provision
Free onsite parkingWhat you’ll be doing
This role will play a key part in the definition of the torpedo launcher strategy, be a skilled influencer, able to develop business and maintain excellent customer relationships (both internal and external).  They shall consistently deliver promised business results.

Manage product developments, these could be funded by customer programmes, projects, tasks and work packages or equally through private venture (PV) funding
Take responsibility for the outcomes, budget, quality and timescales of product releases
Act as the customer-facing project managers’ supplier and internal point of contact
Provide effective and wide-ranging leadership in product team and beyond, engendering team spirit, developing teams and focusing effort on delivery of common goals
Leverage a deep understanding of SEA's business and technology to add value in how products are delivered through effective planning, risk and opportunity management and issue handling.
Operate in line with SEA's business management system and actively champion the improvement of working processes in line with industry best practice and cutting-edge developments.
Drive continual improvement within the product team, gathering lessons and reducing waste.
Commit to personal continued professional and competence development.
Travel may be required to visit other SEA sites as well as customer and supplier premises both in the UK and abroad. 
The skills you need

Experience of managing complex product/systems developments through the full product lifecycle
Experienced in risk and opportunity management
Expert in configuration management
An excellent communicator and able to demonstrate both effective change and conflict management with highly developed influencing skills
Proven in-depth knowledge and experience of all phases of a project from inception, planning and organisation, monitoring and control, closure in the military environment
Deep knowledge of the full range of project management competencies including financial management, risk and opportunity management and supplier and subcontractor project management
Hands-on experience of working with project management tools, such as Microsoft Project, risk registers, etc. including the ability to use advanced features when necessary 
Join us and be part of something smaller - with 300 people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters. 
If you would like to know more, please give our Talent Acquisition Business Partner Kelly-Ann a call on (phone number removed)
 
SEA0581N



  • Pilton, Somerset, United Kingdom Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA) Full time

    Product Development and Sustainment Programme Manager Barnstaple based (with a mix of office and home-based working) We are SEA. Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. Join us. The Ship and Fleet Protection Business Area develops and deploys SEA’s torpedo and...


  • Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA) Full time

    At Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA), we are seeking a highly skilled Torpedo Launcher Product Development and Sustainment Director to join our team in Barnstaple. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and manage the development and enhancement of our torpedo launchers, ensuring they are enhanced in a controlled way, addressing the addition of new...


  • North Devon, EX LY, United Kingdom SEA Full time

    Product Development and Sustainment Programme ManagerBarnstaple-based opportunityAt SEA, we are committed to developing and deploying innovative torpedo and decoy launching solutions for the Royal Navy and other Navies worldwide. As a Product Development and Sustainment Programme Manager, you will play a key role in leading and managing the development and...


  • West Devon, United Kingdom Museum Development Midlands Full time

    Museum Development Midlands is seeking a highly skilled professional to lead the delivery of its Green Narratives programme. The successful candidate will have experience in developing and implementing climate change engagement strategies for museums. This role involves working with four Midlands museums to research, reinterpret, and showcase objects from...

  • Graduate Programme

    4 weeks ago


    Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Graduate Programme - Business Engineering Management Barnstaple (with a mix of office and home-based working) We are SEA. Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. Join us. The SEA Business Engineering Management Graduate Programme is a two-year rotational scheme...

  • Graduate Programme

    4 weeks ago


    Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Graduate Programme - Software Engineering Barnstaple (with a mix of office and home-based working) We are SEA. Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. Join us. The SEA Graduate scheme is a two-year programme starting in September 2025, designed to give you real...

  • Graduate Programme

    4 weeks ago


    Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Graduate Programme - Electronics Engineering Barnstaple (with a mix of office and home-based working) We are SEA. Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. Join us. The SEA Graduate scheme is a two-year programme starting in September 2025, designed to give you real...

  • Graduate Programme

    3 weeks ago


    Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA) Full time

    Graduate Programme - Software EngineeringBarnstaple (with a mix of office and home-based working)We are SEA.Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.Join us.The SEA Graduate scheme is a two-year programme starting in September 2025, designed to give you real...


  • Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA) Full time

    About The RoleAs a Senior Systems Engineer for the Royal Navy Maritime Electronic Warfare Programme (MEWP), you will play a critical role in delivering intelligent countermeasures systems and support, helping to protect our country and our armed forces serving at sea. The MEWP contract, to deliver our Ancilia Trainable Decoy Launcher to the Royal Navy, was...


  • Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    About The Role As a Senior Systems Engineer for the Royal Navy Maritime Electronic Warfare Programme (MEWP), you will play a critical role in delivering intelligent countermeasures systems and support, helping to protect our country and our armed forces serving at sea.  The MEWP contract, to deliver our Ancilia Trainable Decoy Launcher to the Royal...

  • Project Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    About The Role Project Manager Barnstaple with hybrid working (Must be based within a commutable distance of Barnstaple) We are SEA. Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. Join us. At SEA, a Project Manager undertakes project management activities for projects...


  • West Devon, United Kingdom Museum Development Midlands Full time

    Deliver Climate Change Initiatives for MuseumsMuseum Development Midlands is calling for a specialist to drive the development and implementation of its Green Narratives programme. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with four Midlands museums to identify, research, and redevelop environmental stories from their collections. Your primary goal...

  • Senior Project Manager

    2 months ago


    Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    We are SEA. Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.   Join us. A Senior Project Manager typically leads and manages SEA's projects of highest risk and complexity throughout the entire project lifecycle including bids and post project support. A Senior...

  • Senior Project Manager

    5 months ago


    Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA) Full time

    We are SEA.Engineered to protect. We protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.  Join us. A Senior Project Manager typically leads and manages SEA's projects of highest risk and complexity throughout the entire project lifecycle including bids and post project support. A Senior Project...

  • Production Planner

    2 months ago


    Beer, Devon, United Kingdom PECO (Pritchard Patent Product Co Ltd) Full time

    Company Description A world-class manufacturer of model railway products, and leading publisher of magazines and books, PECO was established in 1946 and is a forward-looking family company with a long tradition of innovative thinking. Located in the picturesque village of Beer in East Devon, we produce high specification, technically superior model railway...


  • Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time

    Fixed Term 6 Months If you are looking for a challenging and a rewarding opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge in asset management, this is the role for you. You will join a dynamic and collaborative team that is responsible for delivering a range of projects and programmes to improve the condition and performance of our highways and...

  • Area Manager

    2 months ago


    Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Zachary Daniels Retail Recruitment are looking to recruit a dynamic Area Manager to lead 15 stores across parts of Devon and Somerset. The new Area Manager will have experience in a fast-paced retail environment and will be able to drive standards across the area at all times. The Retail Area Manager is responsible for: Motivating a team of existing Store...


  • Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA) Full time

    We are SEA, a leading company in engineering and assessment. Our mission is to protect what matters - our nations, waters, land, cities, people, environment, and world.About UsWe have an exciting opportunity for an Electronics Engineer to join our team. This role involves the electrical and electronic design and development of our products using...


  • Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom Hooray Full time

    At Hooray, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We are currently seeking a qualified electrician to join our team as a Renowned Electrical Installation Specialist for large-scale housing development sites.Compensation and BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary of approximately £62,000 per annum, plus a bonus structure...


  • Pilton, Devon, United Kingdom Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA) Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Senior Project Manager at Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA), you will lead and manage our projects of highest risk and complexity throughout the entire project lifecycle, including bids and post-project support. You will be responsible for deriving wide value by managing collections of related projects with a programmatic view...